COVID-19 rapid antigen test kits are now available at the pharmacy. These publicly funded tests are currently being offered to B.C. residents aged 70 years of age and over who have active MSP coverage. The age limitation will be lowered as more kits arrive in B.C.
Rapid Antigen Test Kits Have Arrived! More »
We often consider how drugs interact with each other, but we may overlook how foods interact with our medications. From coffee to energy drinks, caffeinated beverages are a popular stimulant that can affect many common medications.
Can caffeine change how your drugs work? More »
We’re now offering COVID booster shots in the pharmacy. In this article, we’ll address questions about whether a booster dose is really needed, whether Moderna is okay after Pfizer, and how to book your appointment with us.
COVID booster shots are here! More »
Soon the holiday season spanning Christmas to New Year’s Day will be here and we can look forward to celebrating and spending time with family and friends. Check out our 10 tips to help you stay on course for healthier holidays.
10 Tips for a Happy, Healthy Holiday Season More »
For anyone using rapid-acting insulin, you can expect big changes to your insulin costs by switching to a biosimilar version.
Insulin coverage in BC is changing! More »
Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) — an enlarged prostate — is a normal condition of aging in men. It is very common, with the incidence increasing significantly after the age of 40, and affecting nearly 3 out of every 4 men who are over 70.
What Can You Do to Prevent or Treat BPH? More »
Starting on insulin can be daunting. We can help you with many of the common concerns related to insulin use — from fear of needles to worries about weight gain and the cost of managing diabetes.
Top 5 Concerns about Starting Insulin More »
In the 2020 flu season, there was very little influenza circulating. However, the 2021 flu season could be quite different, largely because there are fewer restrictions in place. Not only will we see a continued spread of the Delta variant of COVID, but we also expect other respiratory viruses to be spreading.
Can You Rely On Your Medical Mask? More »
Two Neutrogena spray sunscreens have been voluntarily recalled due to the presence of benzene, though the amounts present are not expected to cause adverse health consequences.
Finding a family doctor in the Comox Valley is no easy task, made more difficult recently with the departure of Dr. Nataros and Dr. Fox. If you are one of the 13,500 patients without a family doctor, what can you do?
